The Rational Egoist - The Failure of Corrections: A Personal Account with Kimathy Khama Watson

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Leibowitz interviews Kimathi Khama Watson about his personal experience with the failures of the correctional system.

Kimathi spent 24 years in prison and shares his insights on the culture of corrections and the personal vendettas that can arise among correctional officers. They discuss how even inmates who have not done anything wrong can be subjected to strip searches on a daily basis, which can hinder their progress and lead to a culture of superiority among correctional officers.

The discussion also touches on the difficulty of undoing this culture, given the protection of the officers' union and a lack of societal concern for those within the system. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges within the correctional system.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason.

In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest.

Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.